University News

Jerry Lewis Lecture Series Begins 53rd May 4 Commemoration
As someone who studied higher education administration, 91²Ö¿â Assistant Professor Erica Eckert, Ph.D., had always wondered what it would have been like to experience the May 4, 1970, 91²Ö¿â shootings as a student affairs administrator.

Students Attend NFL Draft
Emily Maslanka was among 34 91²Ö¿â students who traveled to Kansas City in April 2023 to work the NFL draft through a partnership arranged by Mark Lyberger, associate professor in 91²Ö¿â’s Sports Administration program in the School of Foundations, Leadership and Administration in the College of Education, Health and Human Services.

IN A FLASH: Young Fashionistas Take the Runway
91²Ö¿â's Annual Fashion Show included several collections for children.

Live in New York - The Annual 91²Ö¿â Fashion Show
91²Ö¿â's NYC Fashion campus hosted a livestreamed watch party of the Fashion Show in Kent.

Research Looks at Link Between Circadian Rhythms and Reproductive Health
91²Ö¿â Assistant Professor Richard Piet, Ph.D., has received a $1.7 million grant from the National Institutes of Health to aid in his ongoing neuroendocrinology research.

IN A FLASH: Under the Big Tent
The large tent for next week's commencement ceremonies is being assembled on Manchester Field.

91²Ö¿â Adapting to Declining Number of College-Aged Americans
Since 2008, the United States has begun to see a trending decline in birth rates. 91²Ö¿â's Collin Palmer spoke to about the ways universities are beginning to adapt to the looming decrease in the traditional college pool.

IN A FLASH: Late Nights at the Library
The University Library will be open until 2 a.m. most nights through May 9 for extended study hours.

Speakers Share Life-Saving Safety Messages at None 4 Under 21 Event
Approximately 1800 high school seniors from Portage County and neighboring school districts attended the Portage County Safe Communities’ 18th annual None 4 Under 21 and Choices Beyond Program. The program’s goal is to educate students about choices and consequences to help prevent impaired driving and accidents.

A "Legacy" Is Revealed Inside Tri-Towers
A mural painted by a student was unveiled at the Student Multicultural Center Satellite Space.